Lake View, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
4,238 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,409 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$285,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$443 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$909 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
95.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tuscaloosa County
5
Tuscaloosa Metro Area
4
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Tuscaloosa County
6
Tuscaloosa Metro Area
6
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 44
Feb 5 0 48
Mar 5 0 55
Apr 4 0 62
May 4 0 70
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, AL State Senate District 21, AL State House District 62, AL
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Schools

Lake View Elementary School
1 miles, S • 4.1 star
McAdory Elementary School
5 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Lawson State Community College
18 miles, E • 1.4 star
Miles College
19 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Shelby Baptist Medical Center
18 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Princeton Baptist Medical Center
22 miles, E • 2.3 star
Bibb Medical Center
23 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
85 miles, NW • 1 star
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